CDL · Hazardous materials
Which party has the duty to move a hazardous materials shipment safely and without delay, and to keep its shipping papers where they belong?
Correct answer: The driver.
Answer options
- AThe shipper
- BThe driver Correct
- CThe carrier
Why
The shipper prepares a hazardous load and the carrier checks it and reports incidents, but getting it to its destination safely and without needless delay is the driver's job, as is keeping the shipping papers and emergency response information in their proper place.
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Topic: Hazardous materials License: CDL
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